The latest compilations are 'Indispensable' and 'Ultimate'

A massive cache of Michael Jackson songs has hit iTunes — nearly 270 in total available in two packages. The Indispensable Collection compiles a handful of classic albums, a remix set, and Bad-circa full concert recording. That is available for $69.99, while The Ultimate Fan Extras Collection comes in at $79.99 and includes B-sides, demos, collaborations, other rarities, and many, many remixes (word to that “Remember the Time [New Jack Radio Mix]”).

Specifically, Jacko heads after the Indispensable set will receive Off the Wall (1979),Thriller (1982), Bad (1987), Dangerous (1991), HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book 1 (1995), remix set Blood on the Dance Floor/HIStory in the Mix (1997), and Invincible (2001) — plus Live at Wembly – July 16, 1988 — each of which has been remastered for the digital format and is available as a standalone title as well.

The track list for the Extras compilation can be found below. Further details for both releases can be found on iTunes. The roll-out coincides officially with the second MJ-powered Cirque du Soleil spectacle Michael Jackson ONE, which premiered June 29 in Las Vegas and has a permanent home at the Mandalay Bay hotel and casino. It lines up unofficially with the wrongful death lawsuit the Jackson estate has leveled at promoter AEG Live.

Michael Jackson, The Ultimate Fan Extras Collection track list:

Off The Wall Extras

1. “Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough (Original Demo From 1978)”2. “Workin’ Day And Night (Original Demo From 1978)3. “Rock with You (Single Version)”4. “Off the Wall (Single Version)”5. “She’s Out of My Life (Single Version)”

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